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M193 TKP

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

13,958 mi
Last recorded13,958 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM193 TKP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 13,958 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 13,485 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 12,862 miles

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 12,414 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 12,412 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

wheel bearings not tested brakes binding

Pass 13 Aug 2021 11,914 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 11,329 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 11,323 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 8,782 miles

uneven ware on rear tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2018 8,176 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 8,064 miles

number plate light not working.

slight binding on front brake.

Pass 11 Jul 2016 7,991 miles

rear tyre wear uneven

Pass 2 Jun 2015 7,967 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 7,959 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 7,813 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 7,645 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 7,504 miles

slight binding on front brake.

Pass 12 May 2011 7,276 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2010 7,147 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2009 6,980 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 6,620 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,489 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 6,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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M193 TKP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M193 TKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M193 TKP registered?

M193 TKP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 July 1995.

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The MOT history for M193 TKP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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